Samot (276a) - Sihunta, Chamba
Samot (276a) is a village situated in the Sihunta tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Samote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samot (276a) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samot (276a) is 007631. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.74 hectares and falls under the 176207 pincode. Chuari Khas is the nearest town.
Samot (276a) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samot (276a)
According to the 2011 Census, Samot (276a) village had a total population of 817 people, including 411 males and 406 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.72%, with male literacy at 89.97% and female literacy at 83.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 66.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 817 | 411 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 640 | 332 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 79 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Samot (276a)
Samot (276a) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Samot (276a)
Public transport in the Samot (276a) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Samot (276a) is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samot (276a)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samot (276a) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Samot (276a)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samot (276a) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Samot (276a)
Where is Samot (276a) located?
Samot (276a) village is located in Sihunta Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Samot (276a)?
The Gram Panchayat of Samot (276a) is Samote.
What is the pincode of Samot (276a)?
The pincode of Samot (276a) is 176207.
What is the population of Samot (276a)?
Samot (276a) had a total population of 817, including 411 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Samot (276a)?
Samot (276a) had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samot (276a)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samot (276a) was 86.72%. Male literacy was 89.97% and female literacy was 83.47%.